Immigration News
Canada’s NPR Surge: A Demographic Shift with Mixed Consequences
Unprecedented 430,000 Population Boom in Q3 and Its Economic Impact
New Opportunities in OINP: Easing Provincial Nominee Program Criteria for Graduates
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has recently implemented a pivotal change in its Employer Job Offer: International Student stream, taking effect from January 1, 2024. This modification represents a significant expansion in the eligibility criteria for international students, particularly
Unsustainable Growth: How High Immigration is Overburdening Canadian Services and Infrastructure
The Canadian Press, CBC News, CTV News – In a revelation that has sparked considerable debate, federal public servants had warned the Canadian government two years ago about the potential adverse effects of increased immigration on housing affordability and service
Farm Workers’ Fight for Fairness: A Battle Against EI Discrimination in Canada
CBC News – In Canada, a significant legal confrontation is unfolding, involving immigrant farm workers who, despite contributing to the Employment Insurance (EI) system, find themselves unable to access its benefits. This issue has sparked a monumental legal challenge, as
Canada’s NPR Surge: A Demographic Shift with Mixed Consequences
CTV News – Canada’s Non-Permanent Resident (NPR) population experienced unprecedented growth in 2023, marking a significant demographic shift. Statistics Canada (StatCan) reported that in 2023, Canada’s NPR population increased by over half a million, the strongest annual growth in at
New Beginnings, Old Challenges: Immigrants in Edmonton’s Hospitality Sector
CBC News – Edmonton’s hospitality sector is witnessing an inspiring transformation, driven by the integration and training of newcomers, as exemplified by the journey of Obse Rikitu, a former chemistry teacher from Ethiopia. Obse Rikitu’s Journey to Success Rikitu’s transition
Resource Exhaustion in Toronto Churches: The Diminishing Sanctuary for Refugees
CBC News – Toronto’s churches, pivotal in providing sanctuary to asylum seekers, face a critical resource crunch. This situation underscores the challenges of supporting vulnerable populations amid increasing demands. Two churches in Toronto, Pilgrim Feast Tabernacles and Dominion Church International,
The Declining Efficiency of Canada’s Economy: Causes and Consequences
Global News – Canada’s declining productivity has raised significant concerns among economists and policymakers. Recent data from Statistics Canada reveals a concerning trend: productivity, measured as real GDP per hour worked, has fallen for six consecutive quarters as of 2023.
Escaping British Columbia: The Alarming Rise in Interprovincial Migration Losses
CBC News – British Columbia has experienced its largest interprovincial migration loss in two decades. Since July 2022, over 12,800 people have relocated from BC to other parts of Canada, marking a significant demographic shift. This period represents the first
Unprecedented 430,000 Population Boom in Q3 and Its Economic Impact
CBC News – Canada has recently experienced a historic milestone in its demographic landscape, according to the latest report from Statistics Canada (StatsCan). The third quarter of 2023 saw the nation’s population grow by over 430,000 individuals, marking the most
SIN Application Process: Essential Guide for International Students and Workers
As Canada gears up for the winter season, Service Canada is rolling out significant improvements to the Social Insurance Number (SIN) application process, focusing mainly on international students and workers. This time of year often witnesses a surge in SIN